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Waitomo Caves Guest Lodge

3.0 star property
Guesthouse in Waitomo Caves, 9-minute walk to Waitomo Glowworm Caves

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Double Room (Room 8) | Balcony
Front of property
Double or Twin Room 3 | View from room
Breakfast area
Double Room - No In-Room Wi-Fi (Room 6)

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
The current price is NZ$193
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct

Explore the area

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7 Waitomo Village Road, Waitomo Caves, 3943
  • Place, Caveworld
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Waitomo Glowworm Caves
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Woodlyn Park
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, Hamilton (HLZ-Hamilton Intl.)
    ‪60 min drive‬

Room options

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Double or Twin Room 1

Double or Twin Room 1

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Family Room - Room 2

Family Room - Room 2

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Twin Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Double or Twin Room 3

Double or Twin Room 3

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 21 sq m
  • Valley view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Double or Twin Room 4

Double or Twin Room 4

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Twin Room (Room 5)

Twin Room (Room 5)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Double Room - No In-Room Wi-Fi (Room 6)

Double Room - No In-Room Wi-Fi (Room 6)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Family Room - Room 7

Family Room - Room 7

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bath and shower
Private bathroom
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Twin Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Double Room (Room 8)

Double Room (Room 8)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Hairdryer
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the area

Waitomo Caves

At Waitomo Caves Guest Lodge you'll be within just a 10-minute stroll of Caveworld and Waitomo Glowworm Caves. Highlights at this guest house include in-room free WiFi and LCD TVs. .This smoke-free guest house offers free WiFi in public areas, a terrace and a garden. Other amenities include laundry facilities, barbecues and tour/ticket assistance. .With a stay at this 3-property class Waitomo Caves guest house, you'll be 1.2 km (0.8 mi) from Woodlyn Park and 3.6 km (2.2 mi) from Aranui Cave.
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What's nearby

  • Caveworld - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Waitomo Glowworm Caves - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Woodlyn Park - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Altura Gardens & Wildlife Park - 1 min drive - 0.8 km
  • Aranui Cave - 4 min drive - 3.2 km

Getting around

  • Hamilton (HLZ-Hamilton Intl.) - 52 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wheels Roadhouse Cafeteria, Te Kuiti - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Stoked Eatery - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Roselands Farm and Garden Restaurant - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Bosco Café - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪The Big Apple - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Waitomo Caves Guest Lodge

Guesthouse in Waitomo Caves, 9-minute walk to Waitomo Glowworm Caves
As a guest of Waitomo Caves Guest Lodge, you'll find a terrace, barbecue grills, and tour/ticket assistance. WiFi is free in public spaces. Waitomo Caves Guest Lodge also features a garden and laundry facilities.

This 3-star Waitomo Caves guest house is smoke free.

  • 8 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 5 buildings
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • No smoking on site
Waitomo Caves Guest Lodge offers 8 air-conditioned accommodations with a hairdryer and free toiletries. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. LCD televisions are featured in guestrooms.

Bathrooms include a shower. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Hypo-allergenic bedding and an iron/ironing board can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 2 floors
  • 5 buildings
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 8 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2 per cent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 8 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
At check-in, guests must provide either a negative Antigen COVID-19 test result or a record of full COVID-19 vaccination
Negative COVID-19 test result requirement applies to all guests aged 12 and over, and test must have been administered no more than 72 hours prior to check-in; COVID-19 vaccination record requirement applies to all guests aged 12 and over; guests must have received complete vaccination at least 30 days prior to check-in

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children 2 and younger are not allowed at this property. All guests older than 2 are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2 per cent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. No on-site parking is available. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. At check-in, guests must provide either a negative Antigen COVID-19 test result, or a record of full COVID-19 vaccination. The negative COVID-19 test result requirement applies to all guests aged 12 and over, and the test must have been administered no more than 72 hours prior to check-in. COVID-19 vaccination record requirement applies to all guests aged 12 and over; guests must have received complete vaccination at least 30 days prior to check-in.

We should mention

  • Children 2 years old and younger aren't allowed at this property.

National rating

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our ratings system.

Property is also known as

Caves Guest Lodge
Waitomo Caves Guest
Caves Guest
Waitomo Caves Guest Hotel
Waitomo Caves Waitomo Caves
Waitomo Caves Guest Lodge Guesthouse
Waitomo Caves Guest Lodge Waitomo Caves
Waitomo Caves Guest Lodge Guesthouse Waitomo Caves

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Waitomo Caves Guest Lodge?

Waitomo Caves Guest Lodge offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Waitomo Caves Guest Lodge?

As of 29 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Waitomo Caves Guest Lodge on 30 Oct 2025 start from NZ$192.83, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Are there any beaches close to Waitomo Caves Guest Lodge?

The closest beach to Waitomo Caves Guest Lodge is Kawhia Beach (35.7 km).

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Waitomo Caves Guest Lodge?

No, Waitomo Caves Guest Lodge does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Waitomo Caves Guest Lodge?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at Waitomo Caves Guest Lodge?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Waitomo Caves Guest Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 344 out of 467 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 104 out of 467 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 12 out of 467 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 467 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 467 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Gianluigi

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great for a one night or more stay for the caves!!

Nice place just around the corner from the Waitomo caves experience with the 100 meter absail...There were a fair number of steps up to our room but the room was nice and the water pressure was good. We kept warm on a July night and slept well. The breakfast was a fine continental breakfast and checkout was quick. We only stayed one night because of our schedule but could have easily enjoyed a couple more!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Mrs J

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness
The staff were extremely friendly and welcoming. The accommodation is a little basic and some more focus on detail while cleaning would be appreciated. The heated blanket was a nice and welcome touch.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Cute Place

They are so sweet. They made this book of all the activities and menus for the places around which was super helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pofen

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s a great location to the Waitomo Caves. The owner is very friendly and hospitable.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
There really isn't much in the area, but anything that was there was included in a very helpful binder. The room was very comfortable and Richy was a hoot! Excellent host. I would recommend this property. Looking at the rooms, we weren't sure what to expect, but it was a great stay!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

YAIMA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Misha

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thank you for the wonderful stay. It's nice to get out of crazy Auckland and just relax.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Charming locale and helpful post

A very lovely place nestled in the woods with some nice views over the valley. Very welcoming and knowledgable host who told us all about the area and gave some great tips. Also a yummy breakfast is provided.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edward

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was very tidy, and customer service was amazing. Very quite and close to nature feeling.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Brenda, San Diego

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I enjoyed my stay at the Waitomo Lodge. Lynn greated me with a great spirit and was very welcoming. My room was tidy and comfortable. Tea kettle and an assortment of teas in your room. A/C and heater both worked well. Breakfast in the morning was just what i neexex to start my day. Good string coffee, soft warm croissants and yogurt with fruit and granola. Dinner at Tomos was fantastic. Thank you Lynn for the recommendations. I had a solid nights sleep and a great visit to the area.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kerri

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diana

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Lawrence

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Get your climbing gear ready…

Property is very close to glow worm cave. The climb from the parking to your room should come with a Sherpa. I’d have packed a small overnight bag if I had known. It’s comfortable, the owners are delightful folks, and the breakfast hearty and fresh.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The owners of the Waitomo Caves Guest Lodge were absolutely delightful. Richie gave us lots of great information about Waitomo and great tips to enjoy the area. We greatly enjoyed the hospitality and the stay.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Roxane

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Comfy, convenient, friendly and good value lodge.

Lovely guest lodge in a very convenient location with a friendly welcome. Breakfast was good and the whole stay was excellent value.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good value in Waitomo

The hotel is in a great location for the Waitomo Caves, the waterfall, the Natural Bridge, and just nice rolling hills. Our room was secluded and had everything we needed for our stay. The property has nice vegetation and a nice deck to sit on.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Frances Lee

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property was ideal for visiting the Waitomo Caves. The proprietor is very attentive to the needs of her guests and goes out of her way to graciously make each one feel at home. Our room was comfortable and cozy. We really did not mind the steps as these added to the ambience of the individual rooms as they are scattered through the quaint property. It is helpful to drive up the driveway and drop off your luggage first as the owner suggests. And any guests who need extra help with steps should be dropped off too. The whole of the Waitomo Caves Village is on hills so if that is an issue, then being dropped off everywhere, versus walking, which is half the fun, is what a person should do.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Comfortable Stay

Definitely a homely feel about our stay. Lyn is a wonderful host. Nice breakfast. Close to the caves.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Gary

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great host, lovely room, good breakfast and within shouting distance for the caves. Can recommend
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Tia

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Private units, clean and tidy
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shifra

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Welcoming host and comfortable stay. The room we stayed in was a bit small with 2 twins, but the aircon worked well, and the studio was very clean. My friend also lost her passport on the property and the host went out of her way to mail it at our next destination. She was very kind and responsive. Would highly recommend if you need a place to stay in this area. The price was amazing and it also included a great breakfast!

8/10 Good

Orland, Victoria

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Tiny cottage was pretty unique. Owner was very helpful. Good value for the money.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Jenny

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is a great location for seeing the caves and natural bridge. The continental breakfast is good. Lyne is accommodating. The lodge is in a garden so, there are a few bugs and spiders. Parking is available but around the side of the lodge
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Great for a night

Warm welcome. One night stop for caves. Nice breakfast included. Great value for money.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025